2026 TEA INSPIRE & 32nd Annual Thea Awards Gala

INSPIRE Week is the themed entertainment industry’s premier gathering for education, connection, and celebration, bringing together the people and projects shaping immersive experiences around the world.

The week features a series of curated, ticketed events, including a Leadership Forum, Spotlight Sessions, the INSPIRE Conference, and an exclusive evening experience, called INSPIRE the Night. Together, these programs offer direct access to industry leaders, award-winning creators, and emerging voices driving the future of themed entertainment.

INSPIRE Week concludes with the Thea Awards Gala, the industry’s highest honor, recognizing excellence, innovation, and achievement across themed entertainment. Produced by the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) and Miziker Entertainment​ for 2026, the Thea Awards celebrate the best of the best on a global stage.

2026 marks a milestone year as INSPIRE Week and the Thea Awards Gala make their debut in Orlando for the first time ever, bringing the industry’s most anticipated events to the heart of themed entertainment.